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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

T500 GJHMOT history

T500 GJH is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Aug 2006. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 179,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
179,634 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 GJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
9 Aug 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 GJH was last recorded at 179,634 miles on 29 May 2026, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,603 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
6,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,634 miles
  • 2025 – 179,603 miles
  • 2024 – 178,763 miles
  • 2023 – 178,189 miles
  • 2022 – 176,924 miles
  • 2021 – 175,946 miles
  • 2020 – 175,384 miles
  • 2019 – 174,814 miles
  • 2018 – 173,671 miles
  • 2017 – 158,202 miles
  • 2015 – 145,586 miles
  • 2014 – 140,611 miles
  • 2013 – 128,392 miles
  • 2012 – 119,623 miles
  • 2011 – 104,968 miles
  • 2010 – 87,162 miles
  • 2009 – 75,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,634 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory13 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor7 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major4 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,634 miles (+31)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    179,634 miles
    Test number
    665270242963
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass179,603 miles (+8)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    179,603 miles
    Test number
    902665508599
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail179,595 miles (+832)1 major4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,595 miles
    Test number
    795410204677
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass178,763 miles (+6)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    178,763 miles
    Test number
    848080599869
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  5. Fail178,757 miles (+568)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,757 miles
    Test number
    755402723975
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  6. Pass178,189 miles (+14)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    178,189 miles
    Test number
    294903027781
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess front lower engine mount worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  7. Fail178,175 miles (+456)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,175 miles
    Test number
    463882053362
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess front lower engine mount worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  8. Fail177,719 miles (+795)1 dangerous5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,719 miles
    Test number
    853688457688
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements not reflective (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working in high speed position of switch (3.4 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough lock to lock (2.1.1 (a))

  9. Pass176,924 miles (+978)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    176,924 miles
    Test number
    509571202483
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass175,946 miles (+562)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    175,946 miles
    Test number
    625667603287
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass175,384 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    175,384 miles
    Test number
    883025355410
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront fogs not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays obscuring view

  12. Fail175,384 miles (+570)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,384 miles
    Test number
    919687839909
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront fogs not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays obscuring view

  13. Pass174,814 miles (+1,143)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    174,814 miles
    Test number
    340255951398
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door handle sticky
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass173,671 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    173,671 miles
    Test number
    221048287796
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail173,671 miles (+15,469)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,671 miles
    Test number
    557510144170
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass158,202 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    158,202 miles
    Test number
    278250619330
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both bottom ball joints (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link top ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail158,202 miles (+12,616)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,202 miles
    Test number
    198718595692
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both bottom ball joints (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link top ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass145,586 miles (+4,975)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    145,586 miles
    Test number
    140837646319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass140,611 miles (+12,219)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    140,611 miles
    Test number
    196157944215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass128,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    128,392 miles
    Test number
    255995943269
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  21. Fail128,392 miles (+8,769)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,392 miles
    Test number
    806785643243
    • FailureAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  22. Pass119,623 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    119,623 miles
    Test number
    485156132278
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail119,623 miles (+14,655)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,623 miles
    Test number
    967406632209
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass104,968 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    104,968 miles
    Test number
    217576431240
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder body covers fitted

  25. Fail104,968 miles (+17,806)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,968 miles
    Test number
    645836631264
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder body covers fitted

  26. Fail87,162 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,162 miles
    Test number
    214526430270
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  27. Pass87,162 miles (+11,939)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    87,162 miles
    Test number
    782326030285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass75,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    75,223 miles
    Test number
    642163529240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 GJH

Does T500 GJH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 GJH is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 GJH?
The MOT on T500 GJH is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 GJH done?
T500 GJH was recorded at 179,634 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 6,216 miles a year.
Has T500 GJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 GJH has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 GJH ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T500 GJH find?
T500 GJH passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 3 more.

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